Recognition and accreditation of prior learning for the Global MBA
If you already hold qualifications with similar learning outcomes to our Global MBA modules, you can apply for your prior learning to be recognised and accredited. This process is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If this is successful, you will not need to study those modules to complete your award.
The rules for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are described in the Global MBA Programme Regulations and Section 3 of the General Regulations.
Note that the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice is also awarded on the basis of successful completion of the MBA core modules and Strategic Project. If you have RPL for more than one core module, this will affect CMI’s ability to confer the award of the CMI Level 7 Diploma, although you may still be eligible for the CMI L7 Certificate or L7 Award.
- MBA: You may apply for RPL mapped against modules up to a total of 120 UK credits
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - you may apply for RPL up to 60 UK credits.
- Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) - you may apply for up to 30 UK credits.
- RPL for the Strategic Project will not be considered.
You can apply for automatic or discretionary RPL.
You will need to have met the entrance requirements for the programme to be considered for RPL. We will not recognise or accredit prior learning for a module later than 14 days after the module start date. You will be deemed to have started a module once you have been given access to the learning materials on the VLE.
Discretionary RPL
You may apply for RPL based on a discretionary basis- this is where your qualifications are considered on a case by case basis. You will need to satisfy the University that you have covered a similar syllabus, as part of a previous qualification, at the same level, content and standard.
A formal application is required and an RPL application fee is payable. The RPL application fee is non-refundable, even if your prior learning is not recognised.
To be considered for discretionary RPL, you must also have passed degree/professional level examinations at the appropriate level (usually equivalent to a UK Level 7 qualification/ master’s degree or above). We can also consider qualifications/ examinations listed as automatic RPL that were passed more than five years ago as discretionary RPL.
For your discretionary RPL request to be processed, you will need to: provide a completed RPL request form, the supporting documentary evidence (normally a scanned copy of an official transcript, syllabus of your previous studies, your CV and a statement explaining why you should be awarded RPL) and the discretionary RPL fee.
Please note: To process your discretionary RPL request, the RPL application must be submitted and all supporting evidence provided before the deadlines stated, in the session that you apply. The discretionary RPL are on the course webpage - Global MBA.
We are unable to give advice on discretionary RPL until a formal application has been considered fully by specialist academics.
Automatic RPL
There are certain qualifications which we will recognise and accredit automatically. They have already been assessed and are considered by the University to have similar learning outcomes to our modules. Automatic RPL applications are free of charge.
If you satisfy the conditions and have passed the relevant listed qualification(s) in full within the five years preceding your RPL application, we will award RPL as detailed in the list below. If the qualification/ examination was obtained more than five years ago, you can still be considered for discretionary RPL.
You will need to: make a formal application and provide the necessary documentary evidence (such as a scanned copy of the relevant certification/ transcript).
The University reserves the right not to award RPL if the qualification of the respective professional body or institution changes after the publication of this list.
List of awarding bodies and qualifications recognised for Automatic RPL
Awarding body | Qualification | Recognition for: |
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Amity Global Institute, Singapore | Postgraduate Diploma in Management or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management (core module 15 credits) Marketing for Managers (core module 15 credits) Strategic Management (core module 15 credits) and Innovation and Change (optional module 15 credits) |
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) | ACCA Strategic Professional papers: Strategic Business Leader Strategic Business Reporting Advanced Financial Management | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) |
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) | ACCA Strategic Professional papers: Strategic Business Leader Strategic Business Reporting Plus two from the below: Advanced Financial Management Advanced Performance Management Advanced Taxation Advanced Audit and Assurance | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Accountancy optional modules (60 credits) |
Canadian Institute of Management, (CIM) Chartered Managers Canada | (CIM) Chartered Managers Canada Members in good standing that hold Certified in Management (C.I.M.) or Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) designations | Strategic Management (core module 15 credits) and Successful Leadership (core module 15 credits) |
Certified Practicing Accountants Australia (CPA Australia) | Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Accountancy optional modules (60 credits) |
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) | CIMA Papers: P2 Advanced Management Accounting P3 Risk Management | Accounting for Managers (optional module 15 credits) |
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) | CIMA Professional Qualification | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Accountancy optional modules (60 credits) |
The Chartered Institute of Marketing | Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing | Marketing for Managers (core module 15 credits) and Entrepreneurial Marketing (optional module 15 credits) |
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) | Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership | Strategic Management (core module 15 credits) |
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development | Level 7 Advanced Diploma | Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management (core module 15 credits) |
Association of Business Executives | ABE Level 7 Diploma in Business Management | Strategic Management (core module 15 credits) |
CFA Institute (Chartered Financial Analyst) | CFA Charterholder | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Finance optional modules (60 credits) |
CFA Institute (Chartered Financial Analyst) | CFA Program level I | Any two Finance optional Modules (30 credits) and Accounting for Managers (optional module 15 credits) |
CFA Institute (Chartered Financial Analyst) | CFA Program level II | Any three Finance optional modules (45 credits) and Accounting for Managers (optional module 15 credits) |
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) | Diploma in Capital Markets or Diploma in Corporate Finance | International Corporate Finance for Managers (optional module 15 credits), Portfolio Management (optional module 15 credits) plus either Risk Management and Decision Making (optional module 15 credits) or International Financial Markets and Institutions (optional module 15 credits) |
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) | Chartered Wealth Manager Qualification (Diploma in Wealth Management) | Risk Management and Decision Making (optional module 15 credits), Portfolio Management (optional module 15 credits) plus either International Corporate Finance for Managers (optional module 15 credits) or International Financial Markets and Institutions (optional module 15 credits) |
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) | Diploma in Investment Compliance | Risk Management and Decision Making (optional module 15 credits) and One other Finance optional module (15 credits) |
HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education | Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | Marketing for Managers (core module 15 credits) Strategic Management (core option 15 credits) Innovation and Change (optional module 15 credits) and Entrepreneurial Marketing (optional module 15 credits) |
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) | ICAEW Chartered Accountant | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Accountancy optional modules (60 credits) |
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS) | ICAS Chartered Accountant | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) Accounting for Managers (optional module 15 credits) and Financial Reporting and Analysis (optional module 15 credits) |
àËÅöÊÓƵ Institute of Business & Technology (LIBT) | LIBT Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) Marketing for Managers (core module 15 credits) Strategic Management (core module 15 credits) Successful Leadership (core module 15 credits) Corporate Governance and Ethics (optional module 15 credits) and Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management (core module 15 credits) - only if ‘Strategic Human Resource Management’ OR ‘Personal Leadership Development’ is completed in the LIBT Level 7 Diploma |
Pearson | Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) Marketing for Managers (core module 15 credits) Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management (core module 15 credits) and Successful Leadership (core module 15 credits) |
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àËÅöÊÓƵ | MSc Professional Accountancy (Pathway 2) | Accounting and Finance (core module 15 credits) and All four Accountancy optional modules (60 credits) |